Inconsistent network and internet connections.
Security - meeting E.U. security standards.
Skills training for staff and pupils on how to use and access storage.
Skills training to access web based tools such as word processing, spreadsheets & presentations - allowing compatability of documents between different locations and machines.
Enough devices in school to enable all pupils to access the internet.
Opportunities.
Interdisciplinary learning, continuing education outside of school.
Allows children to access and store learning materials from anywhere and from any device.
More secure storage than flashdrives and a back up to local servers.
Cost saving through using web tools e.g. no licenses to pay for software.
Recording of evidence for the curriculum and maintaining a folio of work.
Short Term Needs.
Keep it simple - simple access and use of the system - e.g. one password & logon.
Limit the number of options that can be used.
Staff and pupil training.
Reliable internet connection for all schools.
A decision about personal devices.
Parental consultation for internet access and devices.
Long Term Needs.
Maintenance and updating of internet accessible devices.
Leasing or lease purchasing of Tablets.
Challenges.
Inconsistent network and internet connections.
Security - meeting E.U. security standards.
Skills training for staff and pupils on how to use and access storage.
Skills training to access web based tools such as word processing, spreadsheets & presentations - allowing compatability of documents between different locations and machines.
Enough devices in school to enable all pupils to access the internet.
Opportunities.
Interdisciplinary learning, continuing education outside of school.
Allows children to access and store learning materials from anywhere and from any device.
More secure storage than flashdrives and a back up to local servers.
Cost saving through using web tools e.g. no licenses to pay for software.
Recording of evidence for the curriculum and maintaining a folio of work.
Short Term Needs.
Keep it simple - simple access and use of the system - e.g. one password & logon.
Limit the number of options that can be used.
Staff and pupil training.
Reliable internet connection for all schools.
A decision about personal devices.
Parental consultation for internet access and devices.
Long Term Needs.
Maintenance and updating of internet accessible devices.
Leasing or lease purchasing of Tablets.